In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed:

• 4 contractual paths to future income

• Factors that affect the suitability of a plan for your situation

• Immediate Annuities

• No free lunch

Key Takeaways:

• There are 4 main contractual paths to achieve future income: 1) Buying an immediate annuity when income is needed, 2) Using a "My Go-To SPIA" Fixed-Rate Annuity, 3) Purchasing a deferred income annuity (DIA), and 4) Buying an Indexed Annuity with an Income Rider.

• Each of the 4 options has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the best choice depends on the individual's specific needs, goals, and preferences around factors like control, flexibility, and predictability of the income stream.

• Immediate annuities are straightforward "commodity" products that simply transfer risk, while DIAs provide a guaranteed future income stream that can be calculated in advance. Income riders on indexed annuities offer flexibility but come with tradeoffs.

• Understand the nuances of each option and don’t fall for overly-optimistic sales pitches, as there is no "free lunch" when it comes to annuities.

"If it sounds too good to be true, it is every single time." — Stan The Annuity Man.

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